Director of Projects

Asplundh Careers; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Brush Control, LLC is seeking an experienced Director of Projects to oversee our portfolio of construction projects across power and pipeline sectors. You will lead estimating and project management from business development through financial closeout, coordinating with regional operations and key clients.

This remote role requires collaboration with customers and site meetings as needed. This leadership position reports to the General Manager and is pivotal for driving profitability,

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing estimating and project management in power/pipeline construction.
• Proven leadership with client relationship management and strategic growth.
• Strong track record in driving profitability and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Business Development: develop and implement new work strategies and client acquisition.
• Client & Stakeholder Relations: maintain key client relationships and lead meetings.
• Bid Management: oversee estimating, bids, and proposal development.
• Project Controls & Financial Management: manage pricing, costs, margins, and invoicing.
• Team Leadership: mentor project managers, estimators, and field engineers.
• Risk Management & Compliance: assess risks and ensure permits and safety compliance.
• Process Improvement: analyze metrics to improve profitability and billing cycles.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Business Development

Client Relations

Bid Management

Project Controls

Financial Management

Team Leadership

Risk Management

Compliance

Process Improvement

Job description

Description

JobTitle:DirectorofProjects

Location:Remotewithcustomerandsitemeetings,asrequired

Reportsto:GeneralManager

AboutUs:AsplundhBrushControl,LLCwasestablishedin1956toprovideheavyclearingandright-of-wayaccess servicestothepowerdeliveryindustry.Sinceourfounding,wehavebeencommittedtoprovidingexcellentvalue, service,andinnovativesolutionstoourutilitycustomersandindustrypartnersacrossthecountry.

We are positioningfor significantgrowth and are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to oversee our entire portfolioofconstructionprojects,frominitialbusinessdevelopmentandestimationthroughfinancialcloseout. Ifyou have experience in business development, estimating, project management or construction in the power or pipeline industryandwanttobepartofadynamicteamwithtremendousopportunityforgrowth,weinviteyoutoapply.

Overview: The Director of Projects provides strategic oversight and direction to the estimating and project management effort by supporting new business opportunities, maintaining and developing customer relationships, RFP management, competitive bidding, proposal coordinating, contract negotiation, along with, progress tracking throughcompletionandinvoicing.Thisrolesupportsallcustomerandprojectneeds,outsidetheactualexecutionof the work, which falls under the Regional operations groups.

Responsibilities:

• StrategicLeadership&BusinessDevelopment:Developandimplementstrategiesfornewworkgeneration and client acquisition. Oversee objectives and resource allocation for the project management and estimating team, focusing on the winning, planning and financial success of projects.
• Client & Stakeholder Relations: Act as a primary contact for key client relationships, ensuring high satisfaction. Participate in client meetings and presentations to discuss proposals, progress, and address inquiries regarding costs and timelines.
• Bidding&PreconstructionOversight:Provideleadershiptotheestimatingdepartment,ensuringaccurateand timely cost estimates, comprehensive bid packages, and contract compliance. Review and approve all bids and project proposals.
• Project Controls & Financial Management: Assume overall responsibility for project financials across the portfolio, including pricing, costs, margins, and budget creation. Utilize systems for tracking progress, managing project reporting, and compiling all project billings.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to project managers, estimators, and field engineers within the division. Oversee team schedules, delegate tasks, monitor performance,andfosteracultureofcollaborationandaccountabilitywithinandwithRegionpersonnel.
• RiskManagement &Compliance: Evaluate project risks and uncertaintiesduringthe planningphase to develop mitigation plans and pricing adjustments as needed. Ensure permits, legal documents, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance are secured ahead of project execution.
• Process Improvement: Analyze project metrics related to business acquisition, profitability, and billing cycles to identify operational improvements and cost savings for future projects.

Important Information for Applicants:

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.